Our client is seeking a Vice President, Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and Money Laundering Compliance Officer (MLCO) to join their Guernsey office on a permanent, full-time basis. This senior position plays a critical role in protecting the organisation from financial crime by ensuring robust AML/CFT compliance and regulatory engagement. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing internal disclosures, liaising with regulatory and enforcement bodies, and overseeing AML-related governance and training.
Job Duties:
- Facilitate updates to the Business Risk Assessment
- Ensure full compliance with all applicable sanctions notices
- Receive, assess and escalate Internal Disclosure Reports (IDRs) as required
- Oversee financial crime-related compliance testing and escalate findings appropriately
- Handle enquiries from regulators and authorities, including the GFSC, FIS, Income Tax and Policy & Resources Committee
- Respond to and manage production orders and requests from the Financial Intelligence Service
- Take proactive steps to address and mitigate financial crime risks within the business
- Deliver AML/CFT training to employees and identify additional training needs
- Review internal policies to ensure alignment with local regulatory standards
- Review and approve onboarding of high-risk clients
- Participate in key governance forums, including Risk Committee, Executive Committee and Reputational Risk Committee
- Prepare and present MLRO and MLCO reports to the Board and associated committees
- Submit all necessary financial crime-related regulatory returns to the GFSC
- Provide guidance to employees on AML/CFT requirements and queries
Job Requirements:
- Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in financial crime compliance
- Deep understanding of AML/CFT regulations and emerging financial crime trends
- Proven management experience at a senior level
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain strong working relationships with regulators, particularly the GFSC and FIS
- Skilled in delivering AML/CFT training
- Ability to exercise sound judgement on complex regulatory and financial crime matters
- Relevant AML/CFT qualifications
What You’ll Love:
Our client is a trusted financial institution with a strong presence in Guernsey. They foster a culture of integrity, professionalism and accountability, with a focus on regulatory excellence. Employees benefit from a collaborative environment where their contributions are valued, and their expertise plays a critical role in safeguarding the business and its clients.
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